Celestial Navigation Courses and Certifications

Dalian Maritime University

Astronomical Navigation

Explore ancient maritime navigation through celestial bodies, discovering how legendary explorers like Zheng He and Columbus used stars, constellations, and astronomical phenomena to traverse vast oceans.

• XuetangX
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

天文航海基础

天文航海是研究在海上利用自然天体进行定位导航的理论和方法，具有悠久的历史，是一种完全独立的自主式导航方法。

• XuetangX
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

PredictionX: Lost Without Longitude

37 ratings at edX

Explore the history of navigation, from stars to satellites.

• edX
• 1 week, 2-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Backyard Astronomy

855 ratings at Udemy

Explore the wonders of stargazing, from celestial navigation to observing planets and galaxies. Learn about astronomy tools and techniques for an enhanced night sky experience.

• Udemy
• 1-2 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Basics of Astronomy

Explore celestial bodies, astronomical phenomena, and scientific principles in this comprehensive guide covering everything from planetary characteristics to stellar evolution and cosmology.

• Study.com
• 1 day 19 hours 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

DSST Astronomy: Study Guide & Test Prep

Comprehensive astronomy prep covering celestial bodies, star life cycles, galaxies, and the universe. Includes video lessons, quizzes, and practice tests for effective DSST exam preparation.

• Study.com
• 34 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Introduction to Astronomy: Certificate Program

Explore the cosmos, from Earth's atmosphere to distant galaxies. Learn about celestial bodies, star life cycles, and fundamental astronomical concepts through engaging video lessons and quizzes.

• Study.com
• 1 day 19 hours 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Astronomy for Teachers: Professional Development

Comprehensive astronomy course for teachers covering celestial bodies, physics principles, and space exploration, enhancing subject knowledge for effective classroom instruction.

• Study.com
• 1 day 19 hours 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Stars

Explore stellar systems, star evolution, and their cosmic impact on galaxies and planets. Discover the role of stars in navigation and as energy producers.

• California Community Colleges System
• 15 weeks, 3 hours a week
• 3rd Sep, 2024
• Paid Course

Our Night Sky

226 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Gain a superb introduction to the wonders of the night sky with this course-taught by an award-winning astronomer-that explores the fundamentals of stargazing.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 6 hours 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Spahn's Science Lectures

Earth Science - Patterns in the Night Sky

Explore celestial patterns, constellations, and celestial sphere motions. Learn angular measurements and the small angle formula for understanding night sky observations.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Michel van Biezen

Astronomy - The Night Sky

Explore celestial mechanics, Earth's motions, seasons, constellations, and astronomical phenomena. Learn to navigate the night sky and understand cosmic cycles affecting our planet.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Desentrañar el firmamento – Introducción a la Astronomía

Explora la astronomía: desde la esfera celeste y constelaciones hasta gravitación, distancias cósmicas, la Luna y otros cuerpos celestes. Aprende sobre el Sol como brújula y calendario.

• Miríadax
• 6 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course